Calgary Co-op Celebrates Grand Opening of New Oakridge Food Centre

Part of a larger development plan, the new food store is the first step to a future urban village coming to Calgary’s Oakridge neighbourhood.

CALGARY – (March 27, 2025) – Calgary Co-operative Association Limited (Calgary Co-op) has officially opened its newly-built Calgary Co-op food store in the SW neighbourhood of Oakridge. Spanning 53,000 sq. ft., the new space includes a 48,000 sq. ft. food store and an additional 5,000 sq. ft. of retail space for new tenants, which will be announced later this year.

“This new food store is a significant milestone in Calgary Co-op’s ongoing commitment to providing our members with a convenient and innovative shopping experience. This grand opening is just the beginning, marking the completion of Phase 2 in what will be a transformative redevelopment in Oakridge”, says Damon Tanzola, Senior Vice President, Real Estate and Health & Wellness for Calgary Co-op.

Future plans to the area include modern commercial, office, residential and community spaces, with the entire development projected to be completed by the end of 2026. Currently, Calgary Co-op operates its Wine, Spirits and Beer, Gas Bar and Cannabis on-site, as well as manages the leasing to a diverse mix of existing tenants.

Damon Tanzola, Shane Kostryba, Mark Luthin, Jeff Ambrose and Ward 11 City Councillor, Kourtney Penner, celebrating the official ribbon cutting of Calgary Co-op’s new Oakridge location. 

The new store features advanced design and technology, including CO2 based refrigeration units, for high efficiency, and low carbon emissions, and energy efficient LED lighting throughout.  It offers the same popular features as other Calgary Co-op locations, including an expanded meat section, dry-aged beef, an oyster bar, a stand-alone floral and produce counter, a deli ready-to-eat meals, a health and wellness section, and a community room.

A standout addition is the Pharmacy Walk-In Clinic, offering comprehensive health services.  Customers can book online for consultations, vaccinations and injections, prescription renewals and new prescriptions for minor ailments. The clinic includes three private consultation rooms, one equipped for families.

Additional services include travel health advice, strep throat testing, diabetes management, chronic disease management, lab requisitions, and access to your prescription profile via advanced technology.

For added convenience, the store features a drive through pick up lane for a seamless online shopping experience- ideal for parents or those with mobility issues.

The project was developed by Elan Construction Limited (Elan Construction), who has partnered with Calgary Co-op on numerous projects in the past.

Says Todd Poulsen, President of Elan Construction, “We’re excited to once again collaborate with Calgary Co-op on this project. The Oakridge development stands as a testament to our shared dedication to creating sustainable, community-centered spaces. By incorporating eco-friendly technology and innovative design, this food centre is set to be a dynamic, lasting hub that serves and inspires the community for years to come.”

Originally established by local farmers and ranchers, Calgary Co-op opened its first store in 1956 and has been serving the community of Oakridge since 1976. A lot has changed over the years, but Calgary Co-op continues to support our farmers, ranchers and our community providing high quality local products and providing exceptional shopping experiences to more than its 400,000 members.

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About Calgary Co-op

Locations in Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks, and Strathmore include food centres, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, Home Health Care centres, Wine, Spirits, and Beer locations and cannabis. In addition, Calgary Co-op owns and operates Community Natural Foods, Beacon Pharmacies, and Willow Park Wines & Spirits and is the majority shareholder of Care Pharmacies.

With over 400,000 members, 3,500 employees, assets of $700 million and annual sales of $1.4 billion, Calgary Co-op is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences through inspired team members. For more information, please visit www.calgarycoop.com.